The First Man
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Based on a novel that Albert Camus was working on when he died, we follow Jacques Comery as he travels back to Algeria in 1957, a place full of childhood memories. The country is split between those wanting to remain a part of France, and those demanding independence. Reminiscences of his mother, his stern grandmother and a young Arab boy come flooding back.
Cast
Jacques Gamblin
as Jacques Cormery
Maya Sansa
as Catherine Cormery (1924)
Catherine Sola
as Catherine Cormery (1957)
Denis Podalydès
as Professor Bernard
Ulla Baugué
as Grandma
Nicolas Giraud
as Uncle Étienne (1924)
Nino Jouglet
as Jacques as a child
Abdelkarim Benhabouccha
as Hamoud
Hachemi Abdelmalek
as Aziz
Djamel Hadj Saïd
as Hamoud as a child
Jean-Paul Bonnaire
as Uncle Étienne (1957)
Jean-François Stévenin
as Farmer
Michel Crémadès
as Graveyard keeper
Mickaël Batret
as Student at the wheel (as Michael Batret)
Jean Benoit Souilh
as Student
Nicolas Lublin
as Journalist
Florent Chesne
as Student at the balcony
Franck Mercadal
as Speaker
Alexandre Michel
as Student
Benoit Bertran de Balanda
as Student
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Stream The First Man online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A popular drama movie originally produced in French and released in 2011, it's earned a solid 6.5/10 from 39 viewers worldwide.
About The First Man
Based on a novel that Albert Camus was working on when he died, we follow Jacques Comery as he travels back to Algeria in 1957, a place full of childhood memories. The country is split between those wanting to remain a part of France, and those demanding independence. Reminiscences of his mother, his stern grandmother and a young Arab boy come flooding back. Running 101 minutes.
The First Man Cast and Characters
The cast features Jacques Gamblin (as Jacques Cormery), Maya Sansa (as Catherine Cormery (1924)), Catherine Sola (as Catherine Cormery (1957)), Denis Podalydès (as Professor Bernard), and Ulla Baugué (as Grandma). Their performances are a major reason The First Man has built such a passionate audience.
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The First Man flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy French storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How long is The First Man?
The First Man runs for 101 minutes (about 1.7 hours).
Is The First Man good? What's the rating?
The First Man holds a 6.5/10 rating based on 39 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of The First Man?
The main cast includes Jacques Gamblin, Maya Sansa, Catherine Sola, and Denis Podalydès, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The First Man available in French?
Yes — The First Man was originally produced in French and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The First Man released?
The First Man was released in 2011.
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What is The First Man about?
The First Man is a Drama film. Based on a novel that Albert Camus was working on when he died, we follow Jacques Comery as he travels back to Algeria in 1957, a place full of childhood memories. The country is split between those wanting to remain a part of France, and those demanding independence. Reminiscences of his mother, his stern grandmother and a young Arab boy come flooding back.
When was The First Man released?
The First Man was released on September 9, 2011. It has a runtime of 1h 41m. The film was produced by Laïth Média.
Who stars in The First Man?
The First Man stars Jacques Gamblin, Maya Sansa, Catherine Sola and Denis Podalydès. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The First Man available in HD?
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